[2025 Taipei Attraction] Travel Guide for Ximending Walking District (Updated Jul)

☀ Morning: Shidong Market (士東市場) 🥢🍜 Took the MRT Red Line to Zhishan Station (芝山站, Exit 2) and hopped on the free shuttle bus Small 11 (小11) or Small 16 (小16) to Lanya Junior High School Stop (蘭雅國中站). After getting off, crossed the street to reach Shidong Market, a hidden gem for fresh ingredients and delicious local eats! 🏛 Taipei Palace Museum 🎎✨ Explored Taiwan’s treasure trove of history and art, admiring timeless artifacts and stunning exhibitions. 🌊 Tamsui (淡水) 🌅🍢 Enjoyed a scenic riverside stroll, tried the famous Ah Gei (阿给), and soaked in the chill coastal vibes. 🌆 Ximending (西门町) 🛍️🍡 Back to the city for trendy street food, shopping, and vibrant street performances. 🌙 Ningxia Night Market (宁夏夜市) 🍢🔥 Ended the day with one of Taipei’s best night market feasts—crispy oyster omelets, rice dumplings, pork floss mochi and more! 🚆 Travel Tips: ✔️ Use MRT & shuttle buses – Shidong Market has a free shuttle from Zhishan Station. ✔️ Visit markets early – Best selection and freshest ingredients. ✔️ Wear comfy shoes – Lots of walking between attractions. ✔️ Bring cash – Some vendors don’t accept cards. ✔️ Plan for sunset at Tamsui – A perfect end before heading back to the city. #discoverchina#myitinerary #travel #thingstodo #museums #citydaytours #taipei

#bestchinesefood Ming Ming Noodle House (名名麵館) located in Ximending, Taipei, and is a beloved Chinese noodle shop among food lovers. It offers a diverse selection of noodle dishes, with its Pork Chop Noodles and Beef Noodles being particularly popular among customers. Pork Chop Noodles: This dish features a crispy and juicy fried pork chop paired with springy noodles. The pork chop has a golden, crunchy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior, perfectly complementing the smooth noodles and rich broth, making it an unforgettable delight. Beef Noodles: Ming Ming Noodle House is renowned for its beef noodles, which include tender chunks of beef and a fragrant, slow-cooked broth. The broth is rich yet not greasy, the noodles are firm and chewy, and the beef is soft and deeply infused with flavor, making it a must-try dish for many customers. To compliment the meal, add on their assorted dish of tofu with seaweeds - super delicious. With its affordable prices and high-quality flavors, Ming Ming Noodle House’s signature noodle dishes have earned it a spot as a culinary highlight in Ximending. is located in Ximending, Taipei, and is a beloved Chinese noodle shop among food lovers.

#localfood Xing Fu Tang Xiao Long Bao in Ximending, Taipei, is a must-visit for dumpling enthusiasts. Nestled in the lively streets of Ximending, this spot serves up perfectly crafted xiao long bao that burst with flavour. The thin, delicate skin encases a juicy, savory filling that’s pure comfort in every bite. The atmosphere is casual and inviting, making it a great place to savor these soup-filled delights. Pair them with a side of vinegar and ginger, and you’ve got yourself a meal that’s both satisfying and soul-warming. It’s a taste of Taipei you won’t want to miss! My rating: 4 ⭐️ out of 5!

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#summervacay Ximending is famously known as youth culture hub. Street fashion rules here—independent boutiques, Japanese/Korean-style clothing, and thrift stores. Global and local brands (e.g., Uniqlo, NET, H&M) blend with niche youth brands, cosplay shops, and hip accessories. A foodie paradise: bubble tea (like Tiger Sugar), hot star fried chicken, takoyaki, grilled mochi, and creative snacks. #travel #couplestrip

#TaiwanTravel 🏙️ : Ximending Walking District Taiwan Travel 📝 : A popular area for walking with many shops. Here you will find a variety of delicious food. You will find really delicious street food in the alleys. The atmosphere here is safe and fun. There are many things to shop for. You can walk around all day. 📍Address: No. 9, Lane 50, Hanzhong St, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108

one of my bucket list is to have picture to this rainbow pedestrian lane in Taipei thank you trip.com for making all easy from flights and hotel

#summervacay Spending an afternoon in Ximending is a vibrant mix of culture, shopping, and chill vibes—a great break before the evening buzz kicks in. Mid-Afternoon Movie at Cinema Street. Head to Lux Cinema on Wuchang Street for comfort recliners and English-friendly showtimes around 2–4 PM. This area, known as "Theater Street," harks back to Ximending's heyday in the 1930s. Explore The Red House & Japanese Temple Ruins. Visit Red House Theater (built 1908): browse its artisan shops and enjoy the outdoor plaza vibes. Nearby is the charming Nishi Honganji temple ruins and a retro wooden teahouse—perfect for a peaceful pause . #couplestrip #travel

#summervacay The Beaver Cafe in Ximending is a cozy, pet-friendly spot serving café-style bites and coffee near the heart of Taipei’s nightlife district. Located in Wanhua District, near Ximending—it offers a relaxed vibe slightly tucked away from the main shopping streets. It is very popular with locals for casual bites and a laid-off atmosphere. #couplestrip #travel

#summervacay The famous “Shibuya-style” pedestrian scramble in front of Exit 6 of Ximen MRT Station. Surrounded by towering LED billboards, giant posters, and people crossing in every direction. Ximending Walking Street - Brightly lit shopping streets filled with fashion stores, game arcades, and quirky themed shops. Street performers, cosplay artists, and live music often perform here after 7 PM. The area is lively until 10–11 PM, with snack stalls and shops still open. #travel #couplestrip

Day 1 - 16:15 Land at the airport - 18:30 Arrive at Taipei Main Station via Airport MRT - 19:00 Visit Ningxia Night Market & Carrefour (Chongqing Branch) Day 2 (Rainy) - Explore Taipei Underground Street / Shin Kong Mitsukoshi - Lunch: Ippudo Ramen - Select wedding photo outfits - Dinner: Shuangcheng Street Night Market Day 3 - Full-day wedding photo shoot - Dinner: Takeaway wonton & fried chicken back to hotel Day 4 - walk around at Ximending - Carrefour (Guilin Branch) - Lunch: Mashi Tang - Check in to Airbnb & Select wedding photos - Dinner: Sanhe Night Market Day 5(Rainy) - Breakfast: 7-Eleven - 11am Taipei 101 + Simple Kaffa - Lunch: Din Tai Fung - After rain stops: Photo shoot at Hui'an Park & alleyways for taipei 101 - Dinner: Linjiang Street Night Market Day 6 (Rainy) - after Breakfast go to Xinbeitou Hot Spring (Book via Klook for SGD42/2 pax, with high tea) - Tamsui Old Street - Dinner: Dapu Teppanyaki at Taipei Main Station Day 7 - Breakfast: Yonghe Soy Milk - Xizhou Market, Ximending, Carrefour (Guilin Branch) - Dinner: Shida Night Market Day 8 - Private car to airport (NT$1,300) #travel #taipei #nightmarket #foodexplore - Night markets are cr off-peak times

Here in Ximending taipei, Everytime i had a chance ma makabalik dito, hindi ako papayag na hindi ako makakain ng fried rice dito, iba ibang klase ng fried rice , favorite ko dito ung lamb fried rice, lalo na request m n spicy haha , kahit shrimp fried rice malasa dn . Isa to sa gusto ko na binabalikan dito sa Ximending. Simple lng yung pwesto , matanda n yung mga nagluluto pero for me goods at masarap dito.💞Reasons to Recommend:💞Reasons to Recommend:📍Address:Ximending Taipei

#summervacay my first virgin solo trip to Taiwan. A beautiful experience that I have ever enjoyed on my birthday. Good food and good scenery this country has. How I wished I am able to migrate her or a long stay in this country. It will be planned again soon for the solo trip in 2026. Hope I will be able to explore even further location and more fun to come by the time In 2026.

📅 Itinerary Day1：Taipei Zoo, Maokong Gondola & Taipei 101. Ximending Night Market. Day2: Taiwan North Coast (Yehliu Geopark, Shifen Lantern, Shifen Waterfalls, Jiufen Old Street, Golden Waterfalls & YinYang Sea. Day3: Changkai Shek Memorial, National Museum, Shillin Residence & Shillin Night Market 🏨 Accommodation: Ximending area, Wanhua District, Tapei 🍴 Food Recommendations Must try Mala hotpot, Din Tai Fong, Authentic Beef noodles 📌 Tips: much better if you rent a car going to North coast!

#springitinerary Visit xi men ding at night! During the day time early morning there were not much stores open and it’s quieter. At night it’s insane the crowd was huge and there were so many people near the pop mart store and xing fu tang bubble tea! But the crowd was what attracted me to here anyway. Do walk around there’s many shops to look at and you may find some souvenirs you would like to purchase back for friends and families

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Fantastic trip to Taipei and surrounding areas! Lots of great food, nature, meeting locals and experiencing the wonderful city of Taipei. If you want to stay in the heart of the city I stayed at Ximending. Will be back to explore more of the southern part of Taiwan.

#springitinerary I realised there’s quite a number of stores selling care bear stuff when I was in Taipei. So I passed by this shop and noted the cute bears being sold from outside and took a look. They have many items like shoes bags accessories key chains plushies etc and even blind boxes. There were a few people in the store and all were interested to purchase. Do drop by if you’re in Taipei! It’s a really cute store and recommend you to come take a look

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If you’re looking at coming to Taipei you’re going to run into this place all over social media and blogs - it’s probably the most viral spot in the city. Its infamous crosswalk brings crowds all day long and it is a hive of activity - the cross walk it self has a very orderly queuing system it’s that popular! It’s possible to get Photos from the side or from the higher windows of the shops around it. After the crosswalks you can experience the little red house, another landmark of Taipei just across the road. After that you can explore the bustling shopping streets for a deal, this was the best place for souvenirs in my opinion as the choice is huge! The street food and side vendors are amazing and you can have some of Taipei’s best street food and snacks here. If you want sit down meals a lot of the restaurants are hidden in the upper floors so look up for signage and then find the doors / stairs in-between the stores to head up. The area is a whole other experience after hours and has an amazing night life! So be sure to check it out 📍Address: Ximen Station 🕰️Business Hours: 9AM to late! #cityplaybook #myitinerary #travel #citydaytours #taipei #taiwan #famous #instagram #viral

#taipeiattractions Every detail in this place is Instagram-worthy — from the octopus stand selling toy takoyaki to the surprise Totoro plush hiding near a wooden tea stall. There’s even a vending cart that looks like it came straight from a 1960s film, complete with nostalgic posters and shop signs. This place is more than a pharmacy — it’s part theme park, part photo studio, part walk down memory lane. Whether you’re a parent, a nostalgic adult, or just a curious traveler, you’ll leave with a smile and way too many photos.

#taipeiattractions At first glance, 日藥本舖 looks like your typical drugstore. But once you step inside… it’s a colorful, creative, and totally magical space! Kids are having a blast pretending to sell ramen and yakitori, while adults sneak up to the third floor for some retro fun. Where else can you get skincare, snap aesthetic photos, and play in a fantasy market — all in one building? It’s rare to find a spot that’s fun for both kids and adults without needing an entrance ticket. Definitely worth popping by if you’re near Ximen MRT.

#taipei #taiwan with lots of delicious food. A bustling and vibrant city with many tourists. Easy transportation. Really like to drink xingfutang, delicious and chewy, not too sweet.

Xing Fu Tang is located in the Ximending. The warm, soft, chewy and sweet boba is really good! The best combination with milk. This store always have a long queue but the queue move quick. #taiwan #ximending #xingfutang #bubbletea

#VisaFreeTravel Let's go to Taiwan with Xin Fu Tang, a popular milk tea shop at Ximending Night Market. It's easy to see because it's located at the intersection in the middle of the road. It's located on the corner, opposite POPMART. It stands out with bright lights, a red logo, and the smell of brown sugar wafting from afar. The highlight menu is bubble milk tea topped with sugar and chewy pearls. There are also xiao long bao to eat with it, making it a great light meal while walking around. Each costs 120 TWD. #TravelAbroadByYourself #BeautifulPhotoSpots #Taiwan #TaiwanTravel #TaiwanReview #Taiwan2025

#postandearn A lively, pedestrian-only area in Wanhua, Taipei, Ximending is known for its mix of street food, fashion, culture, and nightlife. It’s Taipei’s answer to Harajuku, buzzing with energy day and night. What to Do: • Shop trendy clothes and quirky souvenirs • Watch street performances • Visit the historic Red House Theater • Try bubble tea, fried chicken, stinky tofu & more Getting There: Take the MRT to Ximen Station, Exit 6. Tip: Best visited in the evening when the lights, music, and crowds bring it to life. #ximendingnightmarket #ximending #taiwan #taiwantravel

#postandearn Xing Fu Tang – Taiwan’s Famous Brown Sugar Bubble Tea If you’re in Taiwan, don’t miss Xing Fu Tang, the brand that made brown sugar boba a global craze. Known for its freshly stir-fried tapioca pearls and caramelized brown sugar syrup, each drink is rich, creamy, and Instagram-worthy. What to Try: • Brown Sugar Boba Milk – their signature must-try • Mango Smoothie or Strawberry Boba for fruity options • Watch them make the boba fresh in-store! Fun Fact: “Xing Fu Tang” means “Hall of Happiness”—and it lives up to the name. #taiwantravel #taiwan #foodie #bubbletea #xingfutang #ximending

If you visit Taipei, you should walk around Ximending at least once. This area is like Harajuku or Shibuya in Japan, and is a place where trend-conscious young people gather. It is an attractive spot packed with gourmet food, fashion, and entertainment. As soon as you leave the Taipei MRT Ximen Station, you will see lively signs and street art, and just walking around will make you excited. A treasure trove of B-grade gourmet food One of the attractions of Ximending is, without a doubt, eating your way around. There is a wide selection of local Taiwanese foods, such as fried chicken, stinky tofu, beef noodles, and douhua. When I visited, I was particularly impressed by the chewy pepper buns and sweet and salty braised pork rice. Many of the food stalls offer takeout, so it is perfect for enjoying the city while eating your way around. A fusion of culture and retro Ximending is also dotted with historical buildings from the Japanese colonial period. For example, the Red House Theater is a quaint building made of red bricks, and is currently a cultural center where young artists' exhibitions and markets are held. The retro atmosphere and pop culture are exquisitely mixed, and you can feel a unique atmosphere that you won't find in other Taiwanese cities. Shopping is also fun! There are many shops where you can buy trendy items such as clothes, cosmetics, and accessories at reasonable prices, and it is especially popular with women in their teens and twenties. There are also plenty of hobby-related items such as K-POP goods and anime shops, so you will forget about time. At night, the city is lit up and becomes even more gorgeous, showing a different look from the daytime. Summary Ximending is a city where Taiwanese tradition and modernity are exquisitely mixed. If you want to experience the "now" of Taipei as well as sightseeing, be sure to visit. It is a place like a power spot where you can get energy just by walking. #0 yen travel